Archie and Elijah share a sum of money. Archie receives $1100. If Archie gets $360 less, the amount of money Elijah gets will increase by 30%. Find the sum of money that the boys share.
| |
Archie |
Elijah |
| Before |
1100 |
100% |
| Change |
- 360 |
+ 360 (+ 30%) |
| After |
|
130% |
If Archie gets $360 less, it means Elijah will receive more money as they share a sum of money.
Amount that Elijah gets more in percent = 30%
30% → 360
1% → 360 ÷ 30 = 12
Amount that Elijah has
= 100%
= 100 x 12
= $1200
Amount that the boys share
= 1200 + 1100
= $2300
Answer(s): $2300
